Uncategorized Containing the growing risk of workers’ compensation retaliation claims 28 Jul 201628 Jul 2016 There is little doubt that claims alleging workers' compensation retaliation are growing and OSHA is cracking down on employers that discourage the reporting of injuries or retaliate against those who…
Uncategorized Things you should know 19 Jul 2016 Roofers' risk of fatal falls more than 60x greater than all other jobs combined According to a post on Industrial Safety & Hygiene News, between 2003 and 2013 3,850 construction…
Uncategorized Legal Corner 19 Jul 2016 ADA Driving may not be an essential job function for traveling salesperson - 4th Circuit Court of Appeals A top, long-term sales representative for Pfizer developed an eye condition that…
Uncategorized OSHA watch 19 Jul 2016 Eye and face protection rule updated The final rule revising the eye and face protection standards became effective on April 25. It revises the requirements for general industry, shipyard employment,…
Uncategorized Workplace safety apps 19 Jul 2016 Innovations in mobile and cloud-computing are helping employers reduce injury risk and enhance employee engagement. Workers can have real time access to do their job safely, such as referencing Safety…
Uncategorized Major regulatory changes from OSHA and DOL rile many employers 19 Jul 2016 In May, the Department of Labor (DOL) released two new rules that will have a significant impact on employers of all sizes and from all industries. OSHA's controversial final injury…
Uncategorized HR Tip: New FMLA Notice and Guide from DOL 19 Jul 2016 The Department of Labor recently issued a new General FMLA Notice for employers to post in their workplace. Employers covered by the FMLA can continue to use the old poster…
Uncategorized Prescription drugs and opioids – more bad news 19 Jul 2016 The recently released Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) voluntary guidelines, "CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain- United States, 2016", sends a clear message urging primary care…
Uncategorized Don’t let employer-sponsored sports and events become “forced fun” 19 Jul 2016 While many employers understand the risks of a compensable injury arising from a company-sponsored event involving physical or social activities, some get caught up in the morale-building and all-inclusive aspects…
Uncategorized Things you should know 19 Jul 2016 Roofers' risk of fatal falls more than 60x greater than all other jobs combined According to a post on Industrial Safety & Hygiene News, between 2003 and 2013 3,850 construction…
